Maintenance matters - March 2025 Updated: 20 March 2025 This month we provide you with details on what you need to do to keep your licence current and provide you with the latest airworthiness directives. Maintenance matters
Soar to new heights with an AME scholarship Updated: 18 March 2025 Applications are now open for CASA’s aircraft maintenance engineers (AME) scholarship program. News
Pilot safety newsletter – Fixed-wing – March 2025 Updated: 13 March 2025 This edition features an animation on operating at aircraft landing areas, details on an upcoming AvSafety webinar on electronic flight bags, a safety article on NOTAMS, and more! Pilot safety hub newsletter
Pilot safety newsletter – Rotary – March 2025 Updated: 13 March 2025 This edition features an animation on operating at aircraft landing areas, details on an upcoming AvSafety webinar on electronic flight bags, a safety article on NOTAMS, and more! Pilot safety hub newsletter
CAA UK Safety Notice SN-2025/004 Version 2 Updated: 11 March 2025 The purpose of this Safety Notice is to alert owners and operators of affected aircraft models, regarding the inspection/check of the Toilet and Galley Waste Bin Fire Extinguishers Airworthiness Directive notice
The CASA Briefing - March 2025 Updated: 6 March 2025 In this month's CASA Briefing, find out where to meet us at the Avalon Airshow, get the latest on the Class 5 medical review, how to get printed Part 61 plain English guides, the CEO update and more. CASA Briefing
Review finds Southport airspace safe Updated: 6 March 2025 A Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) review of Southport airspace has found that the airspace classification and design is appropriate and safe. News
Airspace review in the Pilbara region Updated: 6 March 2025 CASA will progress and support several actions to enhance operations in the Pilbara region. News
Focus on flight ops - March 2025 Updated: 6 March 2025 In this issue we make a last call to rotorcraft performance operators to submit their procedures, invite them to a drop-in session, take a sneak peek at filming behind the scenes and remind operators about their obligations regarding their manuals. Flight operations newsletter
RPAS news - February 2025 Updated: 6 March 2025 This edition includes information on the development of a new Flight Information Management System by Airservices Australia, event approvals, agricultural operations and more. RPAS news
Part 61 Flight crew licensing plain English guides Updated: 5 March 2025 Part 61 Flight crew licensing plain English guides now available in print. News
Stay OnTrack in Townsville and Cairns Updated: 4 March 2025 We’ve released our latest Stay OnTrack guide to help pilots safely navigate around the Townsville and Cairns regions. News
Consultation open on safety management systems guidance for aerodromes Updated: 28 February 2025 We would like your feedback on a draft advisory circular (AC) on safety management systems for aerodromes. News
FAA SAIB 2025-02 - Boeing 757 freighter (STC ST10529SE) - Main Cargo Door Updated: 28 February 2025 This Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin advises owners and operators of Boeing Model 757-200 series airplanes, converted from passenger to freighter configuration in accordance with Precision Conversions, LLC, Supplemental Type Certificate… Airworthiness Directive notice
EASA SIB 2025-01_C1 Updated: 28 February 2025 This SIB was published to raise awareness of the potential risks associated with SATF market expansion and to encourage proactive measures for fuel quality assurance all along the supply chain. Airworthiness Directive notice
Pilot safety newsletter – Fixed-wing – February 2025 Updated: 19 February 2025 This edition features an animation on fuel planning, an upcoming AvSafety webinar on maintenance releases, an article on navigating busy airspace, pilot quizzes, and more! Pilot safety hub newsletter
Pilot safety newsletter – Rotary – February 2025 Updated: 19 February 2025 This edition features an animation on fuel planning, an upcoming AvSafety webinar on maintenance releases, an article on mountain wave turbulence, pilot quizzes, and more! Pilot safety hub newsletter
Maintenance matters - February 2025 Updated: 13 February 2025 In this edition we kick off the new year with good news for aspiring aircraft maintenance engineers who fail an exam and we share the latest airworthiness directives. Maintenance matters
Update on proposed Bankstown Airport Southeast VFR corridor Updated: 12 February 2025 An option to introduce a flight corridor southeast of Bankstown Airport will not proceed as initially proposed. News
Part 91 Manual of Standards now updated Updated: 11 February 2025 Last year we consulted on proposed changes to the Part 91 MOS. The most significant changes relate to corrections to visibility requirements for landing minima and the introduction of military operating areas (MOAs). News
The CASA Briefing - February 2025 Updated: 10 February 2025 In this month’s CASA Briefing, read about new stand-down periods for LAME exams now in effect, our surveillance teams finds loose items are still an issue, there’s expanded airspace access for sports and rec pilots, our CEO update and more! CASA Briefing
New stand-down periods for LAME exams now in effect Updated: 10 February 2025 From Monday 10 February 2025 aspiring aircraft maintenance engineers who fail an exam will be able to resit the exam sooner. News
CAA UK Safety Notice SN-2025-001 Updated: 7 February 2025 The UK CAA have become aware that the Robinson Helicopter’s Instructions for Continued Airworthiness (ICA) for Robinson R22, R44 and R66 Helicopters may be misinterpreted. Airworthiness Directive notice
Focus on flight ops - February 2025 Updated: 5 February 2025 In this edition we remind rotorcraft operators to submit their performance procedures and attend PC3 drop-in sessions. We test their knowledge about human factors and keep them updated on a summary of consultation, guidance material and legislation. Flight operations newsletter
CAA NZ CAN 56-002 Updated: 5 February 2025 The purpose of this CAN is to notify helicopter operators and maintenance providers of two recent occurrences reported to CAA of helicopter windows departing the aircraft doors during the first flight following window installation. Airworthiness Directive notice
Transport Canada CASA 2023-07 Issue 2 Updated: 5 February 2025 The purpose of this Civil Aviation Safety Alert (CASA) revision is to reinforce awareness of the existing guidance related to the operation of A220 series aeroplanes on contaminated runways Airworthiness Directive notice
Regulatory wrap-up January 2025 Updated: 4 February 2025 In the first edition for 2025, view our recently published summaries of consultation and have your say on our draft advisory circular on radiotelephony procedures. Regulatory Wrap-up
RPAS news - January 2025 Updated: 22 January 2025 This edition covers new consumer advice for hiring drone operators, updates on faster airspace approvals for certified operators at additional airports, an on-demand BVLOS webinar and more. RPAS news
Updated guide for accredited drone operators Updated: 16 January 2025 We've released an updated version for the Part 101 Plain English guide for Micro and Excluded RPA operations. News
Have your say on guidance for radiotelephony procedures Updated: 15 January 2025 We're seeking feedback on our draft advisory circular (AC) on radiotelephony procedures. News
Pilot safety newsletter – Fixed-wing – January 2025 Updated: 14 January 2025 This edition features a new crash comic, a fixed-wing pilot quiz, an audio close call on a flight planning fail, new international resources, and more! Pilot safety hub newsletter
Pilot safety newsletter – Rotary – January 2025 Updated: 14 January 2025 This edition features a new crash comic, a helicopter pilot quiz, an audio close call on a flight planning fail, new international resources, and more! Pilot safety hub newsletter
A first for CASA – symposium on airworthiness of hydrogen and fuel cells for civil aircraft propulsion Updated: 13 January 2025 CASA's Airworthiness and Engineering Branch is hosting a symposium on airworthiness of hydrogen and fuel cells systems as a primary propulsion for civil aircraft. News
EASA SIB 2017-16R1 Updated: 20 December 2024 Reports were received of damaged aspirators in certain Goodrich (UTAS) emergency evacuation slides, P/N 7A1509-(series), installed on Airbus A330/A340 aeroplanes, doors 3 type 1. Airworthiness Directive notice
Quiz challenge launches new drone safety campaign Updated: 18 December 2024 The Civil Aviation Safety Authority is calling on Aussie drone users to put their knowledge to the test with a quick quiz to prove their drone safety know-how and see if they can beat the average score. Media release
Regulatory wrap-up November to December 2024 Updated: 16 December 2024 In the combined November and December issue of Reg wrap-up, read about the latest summaries of consultation and changes to the rules and regulations. Regulatory Wrap-up
Safe holiday air travel your priority Updated: 16 December 2024 Travellers taking to the skies these school holidays are being urged to follow 3 simple steps for making safety a personal priority. Media release
Access to controlled airspace and controlled aerodromes for sport and recreation pilots Updated: 13 December 2024 CASA will expand access to controlled airspace for sport and recreation pilots from 2025. News
RPAS news - December 2024 Updated: 12 December 2024 This edition covers the updated RPAS and AAM Strategic Regulatory Roadmap, new military operating areas, and key RPAS updates from 2024. RPAS news
Summary of Consultation - Aerial work certificate holders policy to allow the transport of firefighting personnel Updated: 12 December 2024 We’ve published a summary of consultation on our proposal to allow aerial work certificate holders to carry personnel involved in firefighting activities in certain circumstances to and from a fireground in rotorcraft. News
Australia unveils updated roadmap to support advancements in aviation Updated: 11 December 2024 We’ve released the updated RPAS and AAM Strategic Regulatory Roadmap. News
Pilot safety newsletter - Rotary - December 2024 Updated: 9 December 2024 The final edition for 2024 includes an animation on understanding icing conditions, an upcoming AvSafety webinar on aviation decision-making, an article on safely navigating cold fronts, a pilot safety quiz and more! Pilot safety hub newsletter
Pilot safety newsletter - Fixed-wing - December 2024 Updated: 9 December 2024 The final edition for 2024 includes an animation on understanding icing conditions, an upcoming AvSafety webinar on aviation decision-making, an article on safely navigating cold fronts, a pilot safety quiz and more! Pilot safety hub newsletter
Proposed Bankstown Airport Southeast VFR Corridor – Summary of consultation published Updated: 9 December 2024 We have published the results of the consultation and the feedback received. News
Collaboration on advanced air mobility Updated: 6 December 2024 CASA staff attend international technical familiarisation meeting in the USA. News
Maintenance matters - December 2024 Updated: 6 December 2024 In this edition we announce new stand-down periods for LAME exams; talk about changes aimed at improving LAME numbers; provide you the latest airworthiness directives and access to the latest ATSB reports. Maintenance matters
The CASA Briefing - December 2024 Updated: 5 December 2024 In this month’s CASA Briefing, find out about faster airspace access for drone operators, review the preferred airspace design for Ballina, ADS-B rebate expanded, CEO update and more! CASA Briefing
New stand-down periods for LAME exams provide relief for applicants Updated: 5 December 2024 We are reducing the stand-down periods after a failed Part 66 module exam. News
Final military operating areas now in force Updated: 2 December 2024 Over the last year we have been rolling out the introduction of military operating areas at Defence bases across Australia. This process is now complete. News
Drone operators benefit from faster airspace access at more airports Updated: 28 November 2024 CASA and Airservices have worked collaboratively to ensure the trial operates to the highest safety standards. Media release
